Thailand Trips

Thailand is a beautiful country where you can do about everything. From luxury hotels to wild rapids on the rivers it is a place where you live the vacation of your life. There are a couple of things you can do in order to enjoy without spending too much. One important detail is to eat the local food rather than expensive international cuisine. Getting a local guide in order to know which establishments are cheaper is essential. Local magazines that are available at very popular locations can inform you of area where you can obtain cheaper drinks and party without spending too much.

There are some areas in Thailand where you can get really nice discounts. The market in Chiang Mai is a fantastic place to find plenty of souvenirs and local craftsmanship. Thailand is a country with many beautiful areas and probably you will want to see most of them. You will be to find some nice packages and information on tours in Khao San Road in Bangkok. Many travel agencies are located in this area so there is a good chance that you will find what you need. Thailand is a great country but there are moments that you will need to exercise precaution to avoid dangerous situations.

Bangkok the capital of Thailand is a magnet for tourists but occasionally some political protests might happen. There are many opposing groups with different political views and sometimes the confrontation can get out of hand. Shoot outs can sometimes be a part of the scenario and you do not want to be in there when that happens. So is very important that you watch the news and travel there only during peaceful times. Another area that can be a bit problematic is the southern area of the country. That zone has been very conflicting with different groups. Many deaths have been reported in that area so is wise to avoid traveling there.

One of the wildest things you can do in Thailand is traveling through the rapids. The Mae Taeng river will you an adrenaline rush like no other. Once you get in the raft, the instructor will tell you what to do in order to enjoy the savage rapids to the extreme. Rock climbing in Thailand is an adventure that you must experience. The Krabi area will provide any rock climber the feeling they always wanted. Try to avoid the rainy season otherwise you will not be able to do much rock climbing.

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By Mary Ponce

Khao San Road - A Backpacker's Guide to Southeast Asia's Launch Pad

Ask any traveler who has been to southeast Asia before and nine times out of ten that person would have stayed on Khao San Road. It's a glorious launching point for travel into one of the worlds most popular backpacking destinations. It can all seem incredibly daunting the first time you put that backpack on and step off the plane into the thick wet heat that bangkok so proudly possesses, but as soon as that first cold beer hits your lips and you realise you're a world away from anything you've known before, it all becomes worth it.

Khao San Road (KSR) is infamous in Bangkok. It's by no means the cheapest place to stay, nor the most beautiful, but if you want to stay in the heart of backpackers central, KSR if for you. The wide streets occupy bars, cheap hotels, clothes markets, travel agents and endless food stalls. You can expect to pay around $1 for a bowl of fresh noodles cooked in front of you or slightly less for a plate of sweet, sticky rice served with delicious mango. The taste buds are truly stimulated here in Bangkok, from the cheapest food stalls to high class hotel restaurants.

Most Hotels on KSR don't accept advanced booking and this can be pretty scary if it's your first time, but even though hotels fill up fast, you'll always find somewhere to stay. A typical air con single room will range from $10 - 30 per night, breakfast included, but if you're willing to brave the heat and opt for a fan room, the cost can get ridiculously cheap. KSR gets pretty lively at night, street entertainment comes out, loud music pumps into the street from the many clothes stalls around, and the healthy population of gap year students and budget travelers head to the wide array of bars that surround KSR. The nighttime buzz is truly memorable.

You're out there to have the time of your life, so keep it that way by following a few basic rules.

1) Keep your main cash and passport in the hotel safe, don't hide it under the mattress or on you in person.

2) Never travel alone at night. As safe as it might seem, stick with friends or a crowd of people you know. Opt for the taxi instead of late night walk. Act the same way you would back home.

3) Drink responsibly. Some of the Thai whiskey that is put into drinks can go down like fruit juice but is very strong. Take a careful note of what you've drank and how much and if needs be, carry a bottle of water with you.

But most of all, suck in the experience, Thailand is a beautiful country with amazing people and what a better gateway into that experience than by visiting Khao San Road

By Zack Mellors